1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 1987 Porsche 928 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | CV-8 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
